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Role:Regional Business Development Manager – GCC & North AfricaJ. Wagner GmbH | Dubai, UAE
About J. Wagner GmbHJ. Wagner GmbH is a leading German manufacturer of innovative equipment and technology for surface finishing and coating applications. As part of the international WAGNER Group, the company specialises in advanced solutions for liquid paint and powder coating applications, serving industrial manufacturers, commercial businesses and professional users worldwide.
With a strong reputation for engineering excellence, quality and innovation, WAGNER continues to expand its global presence and deliver advanced coating technologies across multiple industries.
The OpportunityJ. Wagner GmbH is looking for an experienced and commercially driven Regional Business Development Manager to lead and expand its business across the GCC and North Africa, based in Dubai.
This is a strategic regional role for a professional with a strong background in industrial paints, coatings, surface finishing technologies or industrial equipment sales.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new business opportunities, strengthening existing customer and distributor relationships, identifying market opportunities and driving sustainable revenue growth across the region.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute regional business development strategies across the GCC and North African markets.
Drive sales growth for WAGNER's industrial coating solutions, including liquid paint application systems, powder coating equipment and surface finishing technologies.
Identify and develop new business opportunities with paint and coatings manufacturers, industrial manufacturers, OEMs, engineering companies and industrial contractors.
Build, manage and strengthen relationships with distributors, channel partners, key accounts and strategic customers.
Develop a strong understanding of regional industry requirements, customer applications, competitor activities and market trends.
Identify major industrial projects and engage with decision-makers, technical teams, procurement departments and senior management.
Promote technical solutions and value-based selling, working closely with internal technical and product teams to develop customer-specific solutions.
Establish and manage regional sales pipelines, forecasts, budgets and business development plans.
Negotiate commercial agreements and develop long-term strategic partnerships.
Represent J. Wagner GmbH at relevant industry exhibitions, trade shows, customer meetings and regional events.
Monitor regional performance and ensure achievement of agreed sales and business growth objectives.
Candidate Profile
Proven experience in regional business development, sales management or key account management within the industrial sector.
Strong industry exposure to paints, coatings, surface finishing, industrial painting equipment or coating application technologies.
Experience selling industrial machinery, liquid or powder coating systems, spray equipment, automation solutions or related industrial technologies will be highly advantageous.
Established network of industry contacts across the GCC, preferably including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait and other regional markets.
Exposure to North African markets and experience managing international distributors will be an advantage.
Strong understanding of industrial sales cycles, project-based sales, channel development and technical solution selling.
Demonstrated ability to identify new markets, develop strategic accounts and deliver measurable commercial results.
Excellent negotiation, presentation, communication and relationship management skills.
Willingness to travel extensively across the assigned territory.
Excellent English and Arabic communication skills. Additional regional languages will be an advantage.
What J. Wagner Offers
An opportunity to represent an established German industrial technology brand.
A senior regional leadership position with responsibility for GCC and North African markets.
Exposure to international business operations and advanced industrial coating technologies.
The opportunity to build and expand regional markets with a globally recognised manufacturer.
Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Territory: GCC & North Africa
Company: J. Wagner GmbH
Interested?If you have a strong background in industrial paints, coatings, surface finishing or industrial equipment sales and are looking for your next regional leadership opportunity, we would like to hear from you.
Apply through LinkedIn with your updated CV.
